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Gamboa Rainforest Reserve

3.5 star property
Family-friendly 3.5-star hotel near Chagres River

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Aerial view
Lobby
Egyptian cotton sheets, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Daily buffet breakfast (PAB 18 per person)
Reception
Reviews
7.6

Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry

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Corregimiento de Cristobal, IA 5, Colon, Colon
  • Popular LocationGamboa Rainforest Resort1 min walk
  • Popular LocationPanama Rainforest Discovery Center13 min drive
  • Popular LocationAlbrook Shopping Mall29 min drive

Room options

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Family Loft, 1 Bedroom, Lake View | Egyptian cotton sheets, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Family Loft, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

8.8/10 Excellent
  • 484 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

8.5/10 Very Good
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, River View

7.1/10 Good
  • 269 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite | Living area | LCD TV

Suite

  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Double Room, River View

10/10 Exceptional
  • 269 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Colon

On lake.You'll find Chagres River and Soberania National Park within 2 miles (3 km) of this hotel. Summit Botanical Gardens & Zoo is within 6 miles (10 km) and Pedro Miguel Locks is within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • Gamboa Rainforest Resort - 1 min walk
  • Soberania National Park - 17 min walk
  • Summit Botanical Gardens & Zoo - 11 min drive
  • Panama Rainforest Discovery Center - 13 min drive
  • Albrook Shopping Mall - 29 min drive

Getting around

  • Panama City Passenger Station - 28 min drive
  • Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • Monkey Bar - 16 min walk
  • Gamboa Restaurant - 16 min walk
  • Parrillada Sebastian - 28 min drive
  • Los Lagartos - 9 min walk
  • Chagre river de italiano - 15 min walk

About this property

Gamboa Rainforest Reserve

Family-friendly 3.5-star hotel near Chagres River
Gamboa Rainforest Reserve offers its guests a marina, an outdoor pool, and a children's pool. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 2756 square feet (256 square meters) and includes conference space. A library, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the family-friendly Gamboa Rainforest Reserve. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Colon hotel.

  • 166 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • 2 dining venues
  • Meeting rooms
  • 2756 sq ft of conference space
  • 256 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1999
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Swim-up bar
Gamboa Rainforest Reserve offers 166 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets. LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free extended parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: PAB 18 for adults and PAB 9 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Boat tours
  • Children's pool
  • Fishing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Motor boating
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Ziplining

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator (50 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways (31 inches high)
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: PAB 45 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 26 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: PAB 100

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately PAB 18 for adults and PAB 9 for children
  • Pet fee: PAB 45 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Gamboa Rainforest
Gamboa Rainforest Resort
Gamboa Resort
Rainforest Resort
Rainforest Resort Gamboa
Resort Rainforest
Gamboa Rain Forest Resort
Gamboa Rainforest Hotel Gamboa
Gamboa Rainforest Resort
Gamboa Rainforest Reserve Hotel
Gamboa Rainforest Reserve Colon
Gamboa Rainforest Reserve Hotel Colon

Frequently asked questions

How close is Gamboa Rainforest Reserve to the airport?

Gamboa Rainforest Reserve is 15.4 mi (29-min drive) away from the Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Gamboa Rainforest Reserve?

As of May 24, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gamboa Rainforest Reserve on May 31, 2024 start from $125.1, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Gamboa Rainforest Reserve have an airport shuttle?

Gamboa Rainforest Reserve offers an airport shuttle.

Does Gamboa Rainforest Reserve offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Gamboa Rainforest Reserve, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of PAB 18 for adults and PAB 9 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Gamboa Rainforest Reserve?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Fiesta Casino (29-min drive) and Bingo 90 (29-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Gamboa Rainforest Reserve?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Gamboa Rainforest Reserve?

This hotel offers free self parking and extended parking.

Does Gamboa Rainforest Reserve have a pool?

Gamboa Rainforest Reserve features an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Does Gamboa Rainforest Reserve have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 2 restaurants on site.

Does Gamboa Rainforest Reserve have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Gamboa Rainforest Reserve to downtown Colon?

Gamboa Rainforest Reserve is 0.4 mi away from Gamboa.

Gamboa Rainforest Reserve Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 161 out of 539 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 202 out of 539 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 107 out of 539 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 539 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 539 reviews" "

8.0/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Genesis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved my overall experience. I’ll be returning again this year
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Betsy

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
I love the place, but they should reinforce the manteinnance of all the facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent location for birding, lots of birds on property and legendary birding close by. The resort is getting dated but still nice. Same with the amenities (pool and dining areas). The rooms ac was lacking at a constant 25.5 celsius. I emptied the humidifier about 30 times in the week we were there. Visit the town of Gamboa for a Panamain feel.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Fernanda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Food was very very limited and expensive. Breakfast not included
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Anthony

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A luxury option for birders - close to the famous Pipeline Road, but there are also trails on the property and near the activities area, and fantastic views of the Chagres River and marshes.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Asad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience at this resort. It’s in the jungle and has great local fishing available across the river. The wildlife is an orchestral event at sunrise and sunset! Tours are decent but pricey. Saw a sloth on my own walk across the bridge and howler monkeys are everywhere.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan, Lincoln

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The food was outstanding as well as the staff! Just wish the pool was open longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024